Julia Turns 3!

Today was Julia's Birthday party. Amy had invited 4 kids from her preschool and had set up some pretend cooking. She had little aprons for all of the kids and they all immediately starting "cooking". It got pretty messy, but not nearly as messy as it could have been and I think I'm going to lobby hard to have this at the girls' preschool one day soon.










The parents snacked on fruit, delicous salads, bagels and toppings, as well as home made scones. Then it was time to open presents. Many of the other kids wanted to help Julia with the unwrapping, but Julia wasn't having it. She also didn't want them to play with her new gifts. Amy said something magical to her in the kitchen and then all was well and more gifts were open. I gave her a photo book of her first three years. Amy gave her some puzzles and animal masks which were a big hit. Grandma Judy gave her some gardening tools. She also got a little purse, a crayon/zoo thing, and some legos.














After presents, it was time for cake. Of course, Amy made a fabulous strawberry shortcake cake that was enjoyed by parents and children alike. The girls were tired after the party and went to sleep easily...the true sign of a good party.